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Meaning of harmony
The primary meaning of the word "harmony" is a state of being in agreement or concord.
Etymology of harmony
The word "harmony" originates from the Old French "harmonie", derived from the Latin "harmonia", which is itself derived from the Greek "ἁρμονία" (harmonia), meaning "joint, joinery" and also "agreement, concord", with reference to music and other pleasing combinations.
Synonyms
accord
agreement
amity
balance
calmness
compatibility
concord
consistency
cooperation
cordiality
friendliness
gentleness
goodwill
peace
peacefulness
rapport
serenity
synchrony
symphony
tranquility
unity
unison
coherence
consonance
conciliation
composure
cordialness
peaceful coexistence
mutual understanding
consensus
reciprocity
sympathy
understanding
concordance
calm
comity
sereneness
Definitions
- A state of being in agreement or concord: a pleasing combination of different things, such as sounds or colors
- The combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce a pleasing effect
- A relationship in which different people or groups work together in a pleasing and effective way
Usage Examples
- The choir's harmony was beautiful and uplifting, filling the entire church with a sense of peace.
- The new policy aims to promote harmony between the different departments within the company.
- The artist's use of color and light created a sense of harmony in the painting.
Antonyms
discord
disagreement
conflict
inharmony
cacophony
clash
dissonance
strife
turmoil
unrest
war
animosity
antagonism
dissension
friction
hostility
opposition
tension
dissidence
disquiet
rancor
contention
belligerence
enmity
acrimony
bitterness
rancour